Approach to Muscle Weakness in Primary Care

Approach to Muscle Weakness in Primary Care is organized by The Ohio University Center for Continuing Medical Education (OSUCCME).

Dates: 10/11/2019 - 10/11/2022

Description:
Today on MedNet21, we're going to discuss Approach to Muscle Weakness in Primary Care.

The learner should be able to distinguish between ‘upper motor neuron’ and ‘lower motor neuron’ weakness and subsequently be able to choose an appropriate test for further evaluation of the patient’s weakness. Approach patients with weakness secondary to lower motor neuron lesions using a pattern recognition approach.

Objective(s) :
As a result of this educational activity, webcast participants will be able to:
• Understand the physical exam findings that accompany upper motor neuron weakness;
• Recognize typical patterns of upper motor neuron weakness and know what imaging should be obtained;
• Describe weakness patterns commonly seen in subjects presenting with muscle, nerve, and motor neuron diseases;
• Identify weakness patterns commonly seen in subjects presenting with neuromuscular disorders.

You’ll also learn about the following:
• Upper motor neuron verus lower motor neuron
• Initial steps in the approach to the weak patient
• When to admit the patient to the hospital for urgent evaluation
• Pronator drift testing
• Fasciculations
• Management of the patient with increased muscle tone
• Diagnosis and treatment of Guillain Barré syndrome